D.L. Hughley

And here now, not the news

If America ever becomes a post-racial society, comedian and TV host D.L. Hughley will probably be out of a job. Dont get us wrong, his stand-up credentials are above reproach  his skills earned him a place as one of the Original Kings of Comedy, and his stint in the early 90s as host of BETs Comic View provided some of the best material that program ever produced. Its Hughleys taste thats often questionable, as evidenced by his latest venture, D.L. Hughley Breaks the News. Since CNN launched the faux-news show in October, D.L. has striven for new heights of lowbrow racial humor, with jokes about Obamas gold-grill-providing health plan and a character named Freddy Mac who, in reference to the 2008 election, remarked, Pimps up, hoes down. (See also: Soul Plane.) But if youre in the mood for a little well-crafted tastelessness, Hughley will be happy to oblige; Obamas nascent presidency should give the masterfully outrageous comic plenty to work with. 8 and 10:30 p.m. Friday, 7, 9 and 11 p.m. Saturday and 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The Improv, 7620 Katy Freeway. For information, call 713-333-8800 or visit www.improvhouston.com. $30.